Aglantzia is one of those Nicosia neighbourhoods where you never really have to think hard about dinner. There is charcoal smoke on one corner, a Georgian taverna on another, and a brunch spot for the mornings you sleep in. Here is how a local would break it down, grouped by what you are actually in the mood for.
Grills, souvlaki and taverna classics
This is the heart of eating in Aglantzia. If you want proper Cypriot fire and generous meze, start here.
- Ταβέρνα Κυριάκος Αγλαντζιά (Κυριάκος Σουβλάκια), rated 4.5, a family-run taverna doing authentic souvlaki, sheftalia, grilled meats and generous meze at fair prices.
- Ταβέρνα - Ψητοπωλείο Πρόσφυγας, rated 4.7 across 152 reviews, a reliable grill house for when you just want good charcoal cooking.
- Ψησταριά ΉΛΙΟΣ, rated 4.8, another local grill house favourite.
- Το Σουβλάκι του Δημήτρη Στην Α.Ε.Κ. Κυθραίας, rated 4.6, a dedicated souvlaki stop.
- Brothers Bar & Grill, rated 4.6 with 310 reviews, a casual sports pub-grill with big portions, pork chops and burgers, a beer happy hour and free parking, open daily until 1 am.
Georgian and international
Aglantzia has a genuine soft spot for Georgian food, and it is some of the best value eating in the area.
- Ταβέρνα Ανεμόμυλος, rated 4.8 across 197 reviews, is a warm taverna serving authentic Georgian cuisine, cheese pitta, dumplings and grilled skewers in generous, well-priced portions.
- MIDI MODI, rated 4.6, a cosy Georgian spot with hearty khinkali, cheese-filled khachapuri and rich kharcho at great value.
- Zorbas Restaurant & Coffee Berry, rated 4.7, a combined restaurant and coffee stop.
Quick bites and brunch
For sandwiches, street food and lazy mornings, these are the ones locals keep going back to.
- Pashis Sandwiches Aglantzia, rated 4.9 across 68 reviews, is a fast food spot that people rate very highly.
- Bite Me Honest Street Food, rated 4.9, for honest, no-fuss street food.
- Local All Day, rated 4.6 across 174 reviews, is an all-day brunch cafe with fluffy pancakes, juicy burgers and chicken sandos in a chic, cosy setting with a bar.
Eating out with kids
If the meal is really about keeping children happy, Aglantzia has you covered.
- Countryside Park, rated 4.7, is an outdoor farm-style venue with animals, pony rides, a kids' play area and shade, ideal for birthdays.
- Lasertron Cy, rated 4.8, indoor laser tag for kids and adults, open till 22:00, with booking advised.
If you would rather skip delivery fees, several Aglantzia venues take commission-free pickup orders, which means the place keeps the full value of your order and you just walk in and grab it. It is the neighbourly way to support a spot you like.
Before you go
Planning a wider crawl around the capital? These two guides pair well with Aglantzia: